Fleas—they’re a common but unwelcome parasite that can negatively impact your cat’s health. To better control fleas, it’s helpful to understand a little about their life cycle, the symptoms of flea...
Cat Swollen Lip Q & A Q: Sassafras, my indoor cat, developed a fat upper lip this week. Her veterinarian diagnosed a rodent ulcer and prescribed a steroid. What causes rodent ulcers? Could Sassy...
Adopting a pet is a big step but a rewarding one in so many ways. If you’re ready to take the plunge and add a feline companion to your family, Petfinder is a great place to start. If you’re not...
Each year in the United States, 232,000 household pets are accidentally poisoned. While not all toxic exposures are fatal, this figure highlights a persistent threat to pet health...
If you are welcoming a litter of newborn kittens into your home, you might feel elated—but also a little overwhelmed. After all, taking care of a mother cat and her kittens comes with a great deal...
Congratulations, you’ve adopted a kitten! Litter box training is an essential part of raising your kitten and it can be relatively easy if you follow some simple steps. In this article, we will...
Vet Tech Fundamentals Few people learn a skill entirely alone. More often it takes the skills of a patient mentor to bring out one’s excellence. This was certainly true for me. As a young veterinary...
Cat Gender FAQ Q:I found a litter of kittens and want to give them away to good homes. How do I determine their age and genders? They average two pounds and are eating dry kitten food. A:Most...
Q:Koosh, my 13-year-old cat, has chronic kidney disease. His veterinarian prescribed a canned renal diet, fish oil and weekly subcutaneous fluids, all of which have been keeping him...
Grass Is Good For Cats If you’re like many cat owners, you may have noticed your feline munching on grass blades in the yard. No, your pet is not going vegan—per se. But is it a cause for...
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